Description
A refreshing twist on classic lemonade, this Blueberry Basil Lemonade is bursting with fruity flavors and herbal notes, perfect for a hot summer day.
Ingredients
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Blueberry Syrup:
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 18 large fresh basil leaves
Lemonade:
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups cold sparkling water (or additional water if preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare Blueberry Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, and blueberries. Bring to a boil, cook for 5 minutes until sugar dissolves and blueberries burst. Mash slightly to release flavors.
- Infuse with Basil: Remove from heat, add basil, cover, and steep for 20 minutes.
- Strain and Mix: Strain syrup, discard solids. Combine blueberry syrup, lemon juice, and sparkling water in a pitcher.
- Serve: Enjoy over ice, garnished with lemon slices, blueberries, or basil leaves.
Notes
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- If not serving immediately, add sparkling water just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
